Desert in Alaska

Desert In Alaska Corp has operated in Detroit since 1997, making it one of the longer-established mechanical contractors in Metro Detroit. The company holds proper licensing and insurance, employing certified technicians who handle commercial fire suppression systems, HVAC installation and repair, kitchen exhaust hoods, gas piping, and industrial dry chemical systems. With 29 customer reviews on record, the business maintains a 3.7-star rating. Their service area covers Detroit proper and the broader Metro Detroit region, including surrounding communities. The company operates Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM, with offices located at 11402 Schaefer Hwy in Detroit's Brightmoor neighborhood.

What distinguishes Desert In Alaska from typical HVAC contractors is their dual expertise in fire suppression and mechanical systems. The company installs and maintains commercial kitchen fire suppression systems, industrial dry chemical systems for paint booths and collision centers, and sprinkler modifications alongside their HVAC work. This combination allows them to handle complex commercial projects that require multiple trade competencies. Their technicians are certified in both fire safety installation and HVAC systems, enabling them to serve restaurants, warehouses, and industrial facilities with integrated solutions rather than calling in separate subcontractors.

Reviewers consistently highlight technician Mark by name, with one customer noting he accommodated a request to add a gas line during a furnace and AC installation. Another reviewer described a same-day emergency call during a 95-degree heat wave when they had a four-month-old baby in the house; the team arrived the same day, sourced parts the following day, and completed a full AC installation with a 10-year warranty, leaving the home without air conditioning for only one day. Not all experiences are positive, however, as one commercial customer reported significant problems with a furnace installation at their workplace, including multiple leaks and carbon monoxide concerns.